Fatal Motorcycle Crash on El Dorado Street
Authorities in Stockton reported a fatal motorcycle crash on El Dorado Street and Cleveland Street on the night of Wednesday, November 3, 2021. The traffic collision took place shortly after 6:00 p.m. and involved a motorcyclist and a car.
Details on the Fatal Motorcycle Crash on El Dorado Street in Stockton
Officers with the Stockton Police Department (Stockton PD) responded to a call of a car vs. motorcycle accident. Authorities at the scene located a woman who was riding on a motorcycle and a vehicle.
First responders transported the motorcycle rider to an area hospital for immediate treatment. Sadly, she was declared deceased during hospitalization. Her identity has been withheld by officials of the San Joaquin County Coroner’s Office because of a pending notification of close relatives. Details on what exactly caused the incident were unclear as an investigation is ongoing by Stockton PD.
Why Should I File a Wrongful Death Claim?
The loss of a loved one in an accident caused by another party or entity’s negligence may result in profound pain and devastation. The initial sadness and grief may be compounded by frustration and anger, knowing that the loss could have been prevented had the other party exercised due care to the decedent. A way that surviving family members may hold the at-fault party accountable is through a wrongful death action. In a fatal motorcycle accident case, a claim may be brought against the insurance company representing the other party to seek economic and non-economic damages. These cases may seek recovery of medical expenses related to the loved one’s death, loss of future financial support, funeral service costs, mental anguish, loss of companionship, and more.
No amount of financial compensation may ever undo the pain of losing a family member or bring them back, but an experienced Stockton wrongful death attorney will be committed to helping survivors hold at-fault parties accountable. Though these cases may be emotional and trying legal matters, a skilled attorney may help a family overcome the challenges that may arise in the process. Survivors should count on a lawyer that has the experience, skills, and resources to handle their case and obtain the outcomes they deserve. For information on how to find a top-rated lawyer to handle your wrongful death claim, watch this video.
What Our Law Firm Can Do for Your Family
California law is specific on which surviving family member has the grounds to bring a wrongful death action and the amount of time allowed to file a lawsuit in civil court. With this information in mind, it is essential to go over the details of your case with an experienced accident attorney.
At our law firm, we can review the specifics of your wrongful death case and discuss some of the options that may be available to you in holding the at-fault party accountable. Our legal team will help you understand your rights as a survivor to financial compensation and what to expect from your case moving forward. Contact us today to get started and learn more about how our family can help your family.
Personal Injury Attorney in Stockton
I’m Ed Smith, a Stockton personal injury attorney. If you have lost a family member in a motorcycle accident and believe another party’s negligent actions caused the fatal incident, you should have an experienced and compassionate attorney go over the details of your case. That is because it is essential to determine whether you have a valid claim and have grounds to bring it forward. At our law firm, we offer free, friendly advice and handle cases under a contingency fee arrangement meaning there are no upfront costs to work with us. A legal fee will only be due if we obtain fair compensation for you through a jury award or an insurance settlement. Learn more about how our legal team can help you and your family by calling (209) 227-1931 or (800) 404-5400.
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